13 things you’ll know if you grew up with a musician

23 August 2018, 17:23

By Maddy Shaw Roberts

Remember that time your parents didn’t turn up to your hockey match so they could watch your sister’s billionth flute recital? Yeah – us too. These are the worst things about growing up with a musician in the house…

1. The practising is relentless

Trying to finish your homework or kick back with a film? You can guarantee that this is the ideal time for them to perfect their vibrato.

8. You’re forced to give up your Friday night plans to go to their concert

Not a Steve Reich fan? Well it’s too late for that now.

9. They always have to play for visitors

Whether it’s your mum’s work colleagues or your dad’s distant cousins, your parents will always insist on getting your sibling to play for them (they will pretend to be embarrassed, and secretly love the attention).